By Francis Ajuonuma
As part of its commitment to deepen the growth and sustainability of micro, small, and medium-scale enterprises (MSMEs) on the continent, Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, is set to host the last edition of its quarterly business series for the year.
This edition of the business series tagged “Profit with Purpose, Business Continuity” will be held November 21, 2024, at the Tony Elumelu Amphitheatre, UBA House, Marina, Lagos, while intending participants are expected to register via the Registration Link at https://ubagroup.zoom.us/
The UBA Business Series is a regular seminar/workshop organized by the bank as a capacity-building initiative for small businesses. Leading business leaders and professionals share well-researched insights on relevant topics and best practices for running successful businesses, especially in a challenging business environment.
This edition seeks to showcase resilient businesses that have done well over generations and have adapted to political and economic changes.
Renowned leaders from diverse industries, including a prominent lawyer, award-winning film director, and producer, Bolanle Austen-Peters, whose work has significantly impacted Nigerian Cinema and theatre, will headline this last quarter series. Her recent film House of GA’A has achieved a significant milestone, reaching Netflix’s Global 10 list for indigenous language films.
Other prominent entrepreneurs who will be on the ground to give insightful tips are Dr. James Asare-Adjei, Founder and Chief Executive of Asadtek Group Limited, Ghana; award-winning TV Personality and Multimedia Entrepreneur Frank Edoho; Celebrated multimedia personality Toke Makinwa; and Princess Adeyinka Tekena, founder of Nigeria’s pioneering Indigenous premium coffee brand Happy Coffee.
UBA’s Group Head, Retail and Digital Banking, Shamsideen Fashola, who spoke on the upcoming workshop, said the panelists’ vast knowledge and experience would give business owners more insight into the importance of personal finance, wealth management, and, most importantly, how to navigate the frailties of the harsh economy to ensure business growth.
“We know small businesses are vital to the growth and advancement of every economy; that is why at UBA, we constantly look for ways of ensuring that these business owners and operators are well-equipped to grow their businesses successfully,” he said.
“This edition provides a platform for SMEs to learn from experienced entrepreneurs who have built and sustained businesses through the decades,” Fashola said. “Hearing their stories and strategies will be invaluable for any business owner looking to build a lasting enterprise.”
Speaking ahead of the event, UBA’s Group Head, Marketing & Corporate Communications, Alero Ladipo, noted that the business series is an invaluable learning opportunity targeted at helping young and aspiring entrepreneurs scale up their businesses.
Ladipo said, “At UBA, we are committed to empowering businesses of all sizes, and this business series is one way we are fulfilling that commitment.”
“To this end, we have assembled an esteemed panel of speakers who will share their wealth of experience and insights on building a generational business. This is a must-attend event for anyone serious about the long-term success of their enterprise,” she said.
United Bank for Africa Plc is a leading Pan-African financial institution, offering banking services to over 45 million customers across 1,000 business offices and customer touch points in 20 African countries. With a presence in New York, London, Paris, and Dubai, UBA connects people and businesses across Africa through retail, commercial, and corporate banking, innovative cross-border payments and remittances, trade finance, and ancillary banking services.
